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Certus Semiconductor

Certus Semiconductor is a distinguished provider specializing in custom solutions in the field of RF/Analog, I/O, and ESD designs. The firm prides itself on employing some of the leading minds in IO and ESD engineering to deliver tailored library solutions that precisely meet the needs of their clients' products. Unlike many industry players that provide generic solutions, Certus Semiconductor engages collaboratively with clients' engineering teams to create customized designs that align with specific product architecture and operational goals. The company excels in offering digital and analog IP solutions that span a wide range of voltages and functions, from low-voltage GPIO solutions to high-voltage tolerance applications. Each of their products is engineered to provide robust protection against harsh electrical environments, ensuring resilience and integrity in demanding conditions. Their services delve into the minutiae of circuit design, covering everything from characterizing RF/Analog circuits and developing custom libraries to fabricating advanced timing models and designing multiple drive strengths. Certus has a rich history of collaborating with world-class foundries, including TSMC, GlobalFoundries, and Samsung, among others. This broad range of experience allows them to provide solutions that are compatible with a variety of foundry processes, whether leveraging existing libraries or developing new custom circuits. The company's commitment to quality is further underscored by its numerous patents in RF and Analog design, reflected by the billions of shipped units based on their designs. Read more

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RF/Analog IP

The RF/Analog offerings from Certus Semiconductor represent cutting-edge solutions designed to maximize the potential of wireless and high-frequency applications. Built upon decades of experience and extensive patent-backed technology, these products comprise individual RF components and full-chip transceivers that utilize sophisticated analog technology. Certus's solutions include silicon-proven RF IP and full-chip RF products that offer advanced low-power front-end capabilities for wireless devices. High-efficiency transceivers cover a range of standards like LTE and WiFi, alongside other modern communication protocols. The design focus extends to optimizing power management units (PMU), RF signal chains, and phase-locked loops (PLLs), providing a full-bodied solution that meets high-performance criteria while minimizing power requirements. With the ability to adapt to various process nodes, products in this category are constructed to offer definitive control over power output, noise figures, and gain. This adaptability ensures that they align seamlessly with diverse operational requirements, while cutting-edge developments in IoT and radar technologies exemplify Certus's commitment to innovation. Their RF/Analog IP line is a testament to their leadership in ultra-low power solutions for next-generation wireless applications.

Certus Semiconductor
64 Views
TSMC
10nm
Analog Front Ends, PLL, Processor Core Dependent, RF Modules, USB
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Digital I/O

Certus Semiconductor's Digital I/O solutions are engineered to meet a myriad of GPIO and ODIO standards, enhancing operational efficacy for a wide range of applications. Their products support common interfaces such as I2C, I3C, SPI, JEDEC CMOS, and many more, offering a versatile solution to digital connectivity. These solutions deliver outstanding ESD protection and are capable of functioning across multiple voltage ranges including 1.8V, 3.3V, and dynamically switchable levels up to 5V. The digital I/O products emphasize flexibility and reliability, providing capabilities like ultra-low power consumption and multiple drive strengths, which ensure adaptability for specific project needs. The I/O solutions are supplemented by a robust suite of features designed to optimize impedance and ensure high signal integrity. With an emphasis on minimal capacitance impact, these solutions are suited for sensitive applications demanding stringent ESD measures. The comprehensive libraries provided by Certus also include integrated test points and programmable settings, further broadening their usability and application scope. Compatibility with various foundry processes is another hallmark of Certus's Digital I/O offerings, reinforcing their reliability. Clients can rely on proven design expertise to adapt these solutions to unique product specifications, ensuring project success from the outset.

Certus Semiconductor
57 Views
TSMC
28nm
I/O Library, Input/Output Controller, Receiver/Transmitter
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Analog I/O

Certus Semiconductor's Analog I/O solutions focus on delivering ultra-low capacitance and extreme ESD protection, making them ideal for sophisticated applications that demand high reliability. These solutions are adept for high-speed SerDes and RF communications thanks to their ability to manage impedance matching and maintain strong signal integrity. The analog libraries include comprehensive solutions that accommodate ESD and power clamps within macro cells, optimizing performance while minimizing impact on overall chip design. Advanced tolerance levels for signal swings including those below ground are supported, ensuring robust performance in a variety of operational conditions. Specialized macro cells cater to frequency ranges above 30 GHz and data rates surpassing 112 Gbps, demonstrating their capability to handle demanding technical requirements. Certus's expertise in analog design translates into solutions adept at withstanding levels of stress far beyond industry standard HBM and CDM requirements. This resilience, coupled with high-temperature tolerance and radiation-hardening, provides a safety net against diverse environmental challenges.

Certus Semiconductor
55 Views
TSMC
55nm
Amplifier, Analog Comparator, Analog Subsystems, Clock Synthesizer, Peripheral Controller, PLL, Power Management, Receiver/Transmitter, Sensor
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Specialty ESD

The Specialty ESD solutions provided by Certus Semiconductor are engineered to protect semiconductor devices against extreme electrostatic discharge (ESD) conditions while minimizing performance degradation. Designed specifically to meet challenging requirements, these products deliver circuit protection that withstands stress beyond industry standards like HBM and CDM, catering to high durability and robust operation. Certus’s ESD technology incorporates high-voltage tolerance, capable of managing signaling swings in the range of -18V to +30V. With integration features such as ultra-low leakage and less than 50 fF capacitance, these circuits support critical applications including rad-hard environments and high-temperature operations. Specialty ESD solutions limit their footprint on device performance, making them suitable for cutting-edge RF and high-speed communication technologies. The solutions are well-suited for complex environment interactions, providing both cost-effectiveness and reliability. By ensuring comprehensive protection that meets and exceeds available standards, they prove integral for applications in automotive, aerospace, and any domain where environmental resilience is vital.

Certus Semiconductor
10 Views
Tower
65nm
Embedded Security Modules
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